Top 15 Community Angel Investors in Nigeria (August 2026)

Olumide Soyombo is the Co-Founder of Bluechip Technologies. Olumide Soyombo attended Aston University.

Investment focus

Industry: FinTech, Financial Services, Finance
Stage:Pre-Seed, Seed, Angel
Geography: Nigeria, United States, United Kingdom

Investor stats

Total investments: 22
Round size: Seed $1M–$1.3M; Angel $260k–$1M; Pre-Seed $260k–$2.1M
Lead/follow: 32% lead, 68% follow

Portfolio highlights

Wealth8 — Wealth8 is a black-owned investment platform that provides a simple and affordable way for the black community to save & invest in globally managed funds.
Spleet — ProptechSpleet is an online marketplace for affordable residential rentals and rents financing in Africa. For the tenant, we simplify the rental process by providing flexible rental and payment options and eliminate bureaucracy and expediting the search process. For the landlords, we make renting quicker, safer and better by providing accurateinformation on the tenant and ensuring rental payments are made as and when due.
Afropolitan — Afropolitan is building a Network State to unleash the maximum potential of Africans around the world. Are you interested? Join us with your email.

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Adam Meghji leads engineering and development efforts at Ethos. Adam has dedicated his career to creating technology that transforms how we work and play. His love for technology developed quickly as a curious child in the early days of the Internet, and his passion to create has never slowed since. He has held leadership roles at techorganizations of all sizes, from startup, to scale-up, to Fortune 500. In 2011, Adam co-founded Universe.com (acq: Ticketmaster/Live Nation), a DIY ticketing platform, where he served as CTO and developed the concept → launch → growth ➝ acquisition in 2015. Prior to that, he was instrumental in the early launch of Unata, a grocery shopping experience of the future (acq: Instacart). Earlier, Adam lead engineering and roll-out of the world’s first independent car-sharing platform at Metavera (acq: Enterprise Rent-A-Car), including launching Enterprise Car Share, and Google’s very first pilot project involving vehicles. Today, he is actively involved in the Canadian startup scene as both a mentor at Techstars and investor at Real Ventures.

Investment focus

Industry: SaaS, Internet, Lifestyle
Stage:Seed, Pre-Seed
Geography: Canada, Nigeria

Investor stats

Total investments: 4
Lead/follow: 0% lead, 100% follow

Portfolio highlights

Freshline — Freshline's B2B e-commerce platform makes receiving, managing, and fulfilling orders 10x more efficient for food wholesalers and distributors.
Guild — Guild is the platform for communities. Attend an Event, catch a Presentation, and follow a Network!
Rent Small Small — New Zealand's Biggest most reliable Online Store for all your Phone Parts needs! Fast shipping, NZ owned and Operated and here to help. Shop Now!

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Samir is a social entrepreneur, writer, and connector committed to bridging the public and private sectors by bringing together diverse communities to eliminate the access gap.In 2015, Samir Co-Founded Esusu, a platform designed to empower users to better save, access capital, and build credit through community savings. Prior to Esusu, SamirCo-Founded Transfernation, a nationally recognized 501(c)3 non-profit which uses technology to ensure excess food from events goes toward underserved communities across New York City. To-date Transfernation has rescued over 300,000 thousand pounds of food and impacted 250,000 lives. For his entrepreneurial endeavors Samir has been recognized as a WEF Global Shaper, Global Good Fund Fellow, Dalai Lama Fellow, Resolution Fellow and was the recipient of the Jefferson Awards Foundation National Public Service Award.In addition to his work as a social entrepreneur, Samir has had the opportunity to build a robust skillset over his time at LinkedIn working across 5 offices in Customer Success Consulting, Talent Acquisition, and Sales Strategy & Operations focused on Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Previously Samir worked at The United Nations, Venture for America, and various non-profits in the New York City areaSamir is an avid writer and contributes for LinkedIn, The Daily Muse, Influencive, Mogul, and Quartz. Samir supplements his entrepreneurship and writing with public speaking engagements, which have ranged from The United Nations to the Clinton Global Initiative's Final Annual Meeting.Samir received his Bachelor's of Science from New York University's Stern School of Business. Samir enjoy's baking & cooking, staying active, travel, writing, and spending time with his family and 4 younger siblings.

Investment focus

Industry: FinTech, Financial Services, GovTech
Stage:Seed, Pre-Seed
Geography: United States, Nigeria

Investor stats

Total investments: 6
Round size: Seed $1.4M–$2.3M
Lead/follow: 0% lead, 100% follow

Portfolio highlights

Rent Small Small — New Zealand's Biggest most reliable Online Store for all your Phone Parts needs! Fast shipping, NZ owned and Operated and here to help. Shop Now!
Flourish Fi — Creating a banking experience that people love. Enable banks and credit unions to strengthen relationships with a rewards system, financial literacy and savings journey.
Reset Financial Technologies — Reset is an earned-wage access platform that offers employees financial wellness and increases employee retention across industries through mission-driven technology.

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Sean Fannan is the Founder of The Marcella Foundation. He attended UC Santa Barbara.

Investment focus

Industry: FinTech, Finance, Internet
Stage:Seed, Angel, Pre-Seed
Geography: United States, Nigeria

Investor stats

Total investments: 3
Lead/follow: 0% lead, 100% follow

Portfolio highlights

FranShares — Diversify your portfolio and potentially earn passive income through franchise investing.
Classify — Classify is a digital advertising company that offers smart contextual advertising.
Rent Small Small — New Zealand's Biggest most reliable Online Store for all your Phone Parts needs! Fast shipping, NZ owned and Operated and here to help. Shop Now!

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Jason Njoku is Founder and CEO of Iroko, the home of Nollywood content. He has pioneered the African digital content market by bringing Nollywood (Nigerian cinema) to a global audience, and in the process has raised over $40m in investment from international VCs, including Tiger Global, Kinnevik, RISE Capital and Canal+.Launched in 2010, IROKOhas aggregated the world's largest online Nollywood content catalogue and is one of Africa’s largest internet TV providers, with a dedicated mobile app, IROKOtv, as well as ROK TV channels on Sky in the UK and DStv across Africa.In 2013, Njoku was crowned as the CNBC Africa West Africa Young Business Leader and in 2014, he was recognized as one of Fast Company's Top 1000 most Creative People in Business.

Investment focus

Industry: FinTech, Financial Services, Banking
Stage:Seed, Pre-Seed
Geography: United Kingdom, Nigeria, United States

Investor stats

Total investments: 6
Round size: Seed $2M–$2M; Pre-Seed $2.1M–$2.1M
Lead/follow: 0% lead, 100% follow

Portfolio highlights

Zazuu — Zazuu is a platform for sending money across the border.
Rent Small Small — New Zealand's Biggest most reliable Online Store for all your Phone Parts needs! Fast shipping, NZ owned and Operated and here to help. Shop Now!
Afropolitan — Afropolitan is building a Network State to unleash the maximum potential of Africans around the world. Are you interested? Join us with your email.

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Tech Advisor | Startup Mentor | Angel Investor | Board MemberDesigan Chinniah, aka Dees, provides seasoned startup, dot-com hardened, functional, strategic, creative and zero-bullshit executive advice. Dees possesses a unique set of Swiss-Army-Knife like talents and experiences - at the intersection of Product, Engineering, Business Development,Marketing, Fundraising and Developer Relations.A self-confessed geek — this sneakerhead lives in London with his wife, Sanne and their two kids, Summer Skye & Kiran Quinn.You’ve come this far… Why not say hello? helloATdesiganchinniahDOTcom#africa #ai #ar #blockchain #bots #community #connectivity #crypto #ethics #fintech #gaming #iot #opensource #privacy #speech #startups #voice #vr #web

Investment focus

Industry: Software, Apps, Events
Stage:Seed, Pre-Seed, Angel
Geography: United Kingdom, Canada, Nigeria

Investor stats

Total investments: 7
Round size: Seed $2.4M–$6.4M; Pre-Seed $670k–$882k
Lead/follow: 0% lead, 100% follow

Portfolio highlights

Klarytee — Klarytee is a SaaS platform that builds security into sensitive content to enable granular control wherever the data goes
Odin — Community and investment tools for people building the future.
TigerBeetle — TigerBeetle operates as a distributed financial accounting database for mission-critical safety and performance.

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Ire Aderinokun - Co-Founder , COO & VP of Engineering @ Buycoins

Investment focus

Industry: Software, Ticketing, E-Commerce
Stage:Pre-Seed
Geography: Nigeria, Germany

Investor stats

Total investments: 5
Round size: Pre-Seed $15k–$1.1M
Lead/follow: 20% lead, 80% follow

Portfolio highlights

ORDA — ORDA is a platform allowing guests to order and pay for food and beverage on a digital menu.
Prizeless.ng — Prizeless.ng is an online platform that compares product prices across online stores in one place. The service allows users to search for products and view listed prices from multiple sellers. Product categories include electronics, phones, laptops, groceries, gaming items, cameras, accessories, and home products. The platform shows trendingsearches and featured items based on search activity. Users can compare listings, review product details, and select a store to complete a purchase. The service also provides guides and articles that explain product choices and buying steps.
ORDA — Process orders, accept payments, connect to logistic providers, engage with your customers + more. We equip you with everything you need to grow your business.

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The 'Afropreneur' (entrepreneur with an African focus), as he self-describes, Idris Ayodeji Bello is a Partner at LoftyInc Allied Partners Limited and co-founder of The Wennovation Hub, an innovation platform based in Nigeria, that has successfully accelerated the launch of several technology start-ups in social impact sectors. He isalso a Founding Partner at Loftyinc Capital Management, owners of the Afropreneurs Fund (I&II)The 'Afropreneur' (entrepreneur with an African focus), as he self-describes, Idris Bello is a Partner at LoftyInc Allied Partners Limited and co-founder of The Wennovation Hub, an innovation platform based in Nigeria, that has successfully accelerated the launch of several technology start-ups in social impact sectors. He is also a Founding Partner at Loftyinc Capital Management, owners of the Afropreneurs Fund (I&II)A first class honors graduate of Computer Engineering from Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria, he has an M.Sc in Computer Science & Data Mining from the University of Houston; an MBA in Entrepreneurship & Strategy from Rice University in Houston and an M.Sc in Global Health Science from the University of Oxford, where he was a 2011 recipient of The Lord Weidenfeld Scholarship for demonstrating remarkable potential as a future leader from an emerging economy.Idris spent the greater part of a decade working at Chevron Corporation and ExxonMobil USA, where he led several large upstream technology projects across the USA and Sub-Saharan Africa. Idris has also worked with the Clinton Foundation Health Access Initiative where he played a major role in the deployment and evaluation of Swaziland’s first mobile health patient appointment reminder system as part of the country’s National AIDS Program. Listed among CNN’s Top Ten African Technology Voices, he is a Singularity University Impact Fellow, Harambe Entrepreneur Alliance Associate, Clinton Global Initiative University Fellow, MIT Global Start-up Fellow, SAP Ashoka Global Changemakers Award Winner, Dell Technology Award Winner, StartingBloc Innovation Fellow and a Nigeria Leadership Initiative Future Leader.As a leader, Idris has mentored and catalyzed scores of contributors across the growing African landscape and is an angel investor and advisor to several African startups including Andela, Flutterwave, RelianceHMO, among others. He continues to devote his efforts to the development of innovation-driven, technology-enabled social enterprises that empower the underserved and develop transformative ideas to change lives on the African continent.He spends most of his time between Lagos, Cairo, or airport lounges.

Investment focus

Industry: FinTech, Software, Financial Services
Stage:Angel, Seed, Pre-Seed
Geography: Nigeria, United States, Egypt

Investor stats

Total investments: 37
Round size: Seed $700k–$5.1M; Pre-Seed $425k–$1.1M
Lead/follow: 22% lead, 78% follow

Portfolio highlights

ScholarX — ScholarX enables you to study a variety of skills online, receive money for your education, upskill your employees, and expand your business. The company provides low-income Africans with digital and affordable education.
TORA Africa — TORA Africa an academy that recruits, trains, verifies, insures and provides background-checked drivers for individuals and businesses.
Bata Shoe Organization — Discover a diverse selection of stylish footwear and accessories for the entire family at Bata's online store. From athletic sneakers to elegant designs, find the latest trends and comfortable options in one place. Shop now to experience unmatched style and comfort with our extensive collection.

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Wemimo Abbey is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Esusu. He attended University of Cambridge.

Investment focus

Industry: FinTech, Financial Services, Information Technology
Stage:Seed, Pre-Seed
Geography: United States, Nigeria

Investor stats

Total investments: 7
Round size: Seed $1.4M–$8M
Lead/follow: 0% lead, 100% follow

Portfolio highlights

Mansa — Built by Black creators with a passion for making culture-positive content, Mansa is the only place to stream the best in Global Black stories
Flourish Fi — Creating a banking experience that people love. Enable banks and credit unions to strengthen relationships with a rewards system, financial literacy and savings journey.
Reset Financial Technologies — Reset is an earned-wage access platform that offers employees financial wellness and increases employee retention across industries through mission-driven technology.

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Tayo is the Founder & Group CEO of Paga (www.paga.com), Nigeria’s leading mobile money service. Prior to Paga, Tayo was Vice-President at Travant Capital Partners, a private equity fund in West Africa. Prior to joining Travant, Tayo was a Manager, Corporate Development, at Cisco Systems in San Jose California. Tayo’s work at Paga has beenrecognized globally - in 2014 CNBC selected Tayo as the Entrepreneur of the Year West Africa, and in 2015 the African Leadership Network selected Paga as the outstanding growing company of the year in Africa. Tayo is also the co-founder of Kairos Angels, an angel investment club.Tayo earned his Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, cum laude, from the University of Southern California, and also has a Masters in Business Administration from the Graduate School of Business, Stanford University.

Investment focus

Industry: Financial Services, SaaS, Credit
Stage:Angel, Seed, Pre-Seed
Geography: Nigeria, Brazil, United States

Investor stats

Total investments: 11
Round size: Seed $1.4M–$3.6M
Lead/follow: 0% lead, 100% follow

Portfolio highlights

RELAYTO AI Regulated Content Platform — RELAYTO converts your PDFs & presentations to interactive web experiences with instant branding, analytics & more
Tyms — Tyms online accounting software for your business connects you to your bank, accountant, bookkeeper, and other business apps. Start a free trial today. Also available in Nigeria, Ghana, Mauritius and South Africa.
Venco Platforms — Venco automates visitor management, billing, and collections, as well as smart utility vending for communities across Africa.

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Olugbenga Agboola is based out of San Francisco, California, and is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Flutterwave. Olugbenga previously worked at Access Bank as a Head of Digital Factory and Innovation. Olugbenga Agboola attended EC-Council University. Olugbenga Agboola has been a Certified Ethical Hacker and a Security Analyst.

Investment focus

Industry: FinTech, Financial Services, Finance
Stage:Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A
Geography: Nigeria, Kenya, United States

Investor stats

Total investments: 28
Round size: Seed $1.5M–$7.5M; Pre-Seed $625k–$3.7M
Lead/follow: 4% lead, 96% follow

Portfolio highlights

Terra Industries — Terra Industries develops autonomous security systems and software platforms that support the monitoring and protection of physical assets, infrastructure, and operational environments across land, air, and maritime domains. The company provides unmanned vehicles, autonomous towers, and sensor-based surveillance hardware that collect and transmitdata for continuous situational awareness. Its software layer, built around an integrated operating system, processes sensor inputs, applies artificial intelligence models, and coordinates automated responses to detected events. Terra Industries designs its systems to support functions such as perimeter security, infrastructure monitoring, asset tracking, and threat detection within complex operational settings. The company’s platforms enable operators to manage multiple autonomous devices through a unified interface that supports mission planning, data visualization, and system control. Its technology is used by organizations that require coordinated security, monitoring, and response capabilities for facilities, remote sites, and distributed operations.
Lorum Finance —
Fuse Financial Technologies — Financial APIs for building products in the Middle East.

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Jonathan graduated from Columbia Business School in May 2012. Prior to business school, Jonathan worked in the International Capital Group at Jones Lang LaSalle where he advised foreign and domestic clients on more than $3 billion worth of transactions globally.

Investment focus

Industry: Real Estate, Software, FinTech
Stage:Seed, Pre-Seed, Series A
Geography: United States, Canada, Mexico

Investor stats

Total investments: 34
Round size: Seed $1.1M–$8.2M; Pre-Seed $227k–$1.5M; Series A $4M–$18M
Lead/follow: 0% lead, 100% follow

Portfolio highlights

BuyWander — BuyWander is a platform connecting consumers with returned products. The company appears to operate across various categories, including automotive, beauty & health, clothing, electronics, food & grocery, and home & kitchen.
Warp — Warp is a payroll and compliance tool that makes it easy for founders to hire, onboard, and pay their employees.
Fund That Flip — Fund That Flip offers customized lending for real estate investors. Partner with America's fastest-growing direct lender. Better than your hard money lender.

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Investment focus

Industry: SaaS, Payments, E-Commerce
Stage:Pre-Seed
Geography: Nigeria

Investor stats

Total investments: 2
Round size: Pre-Seed $200k–$670k
Lead/follow: 0% lead, 100% follow

Portfolio highlights

Bumpa — The easiest way to set-up and manage your online store. Bumpa helps businesses sell on Instagram, Whatsapp, Facebook, and offline in-store.
Venco Platforms — Venco automates visitor management, billing, and collections, as well as smart utility vending for communities across Africa.

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Odun Eweniyi

Investment focus

Industry: Payments, SaaS, FinTech
Stage:Pre-Seed
Geography: Nigeria

Investor stats

Total investments: 2
Round size: Pre-Seed $670k–$3.7M
Lead/follow: 0% lead, 100% follow

Portfolio highlights

Sudo — Sudo is an open API platform that enables businesses to embed powerful financial features into their products. Build in minutes, launch in days.
Venco Platforms — Venco automates visitor management, billing, and collections, as well as smart utility vending for communities across Africa.

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